ED4U020 - Working with More Able and Talented Learners 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ED4U020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Working with More Able and Talented Learners | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Professional Learning in Education | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Social Work | ||
| Module Leader: | Amanda Kelland | ||
| Module Team: | Andy Henderson, Rebecca Haycock, Matthew Hutt, Carmel Conn, Susan Haywood, Sue Roberts, Sharon Drew, Melanie Smith | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | 2022 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100459 - education studies | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To critically evaluate current research and development (including international perspectives) relating to (a) theories of effective learning teaching and assessment for more able and talented (MAT) learners and (b) the effective management of these.
To critically examine the design and delivery of a challenging curriculum, including opportunities for enhancement and enrichment, to ensure that provision for MAT learners is relevant and fit for purpose.
To support (a) the critical evaluation of whole school provision for MAT and (b) the development of an action plan for improvement.
Content Summary
1. Identification and assessment
· Definitions and descriptions
· Assessment
· Transition and progression
2. Provision and Challenge:
· Assessment for Learning
· Higher Order Thinking/Questioning
· Enrichment opportunities
· Mentoring
3. Involving parents and the wider community
4. Management and Leadership:
· Use of data and assessment to identify, track and monitor the progress
· A whole school strategy, including critical evaluation, a policy and action plan
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 25 |
| Seminar | 5 |
| Tutorial | 1 |
| Independent Study | 200 |
| Directed Study | 69 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To critically analyse and evaluate theory, policy, processes and practice in relation to more able and talented learners in order to generate new knowledge and understanding. |
| LO2 | To apply this learning to professional interactions with more able and talented learners. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assignment (CW) | Self Reflective Assessment (CW) 1 | The Self Reflective Writing would consist of a personal record of the student's learning experiences in relation to each of the four content themes. | 0 | 5000 | 80 | No | 40 |
| Oral Assessment (CW) | Presentation (CW) 1 | An evaluation of whole school MAT provision and action planning for change will form the basis of a presentation and will enable students to share good practice with other participants. | 10 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Self Reflective Assessment (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Presentation (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |